Jettin Vic RIDING RULES

These following rules have been adopted from the UIM ABP rulebook 2021/2022 and have updated to general pwc abbreviation. See Uim rulebook ABP Table of contents 308 - RIDING RULES

BLOCKING OR RECKLESS / DANGEROUS RIDING

The deliberate blocking of a faster machine is cause for Disqualification or a one lap penalty at the discretion of the Race Committee. Any reckless/dangerous riding, unnecessary bumping, crowding, chopping, blocking, deliberate striking, breaking a course Marker buoy or unsportsmanlike conduct on the course or off may subject the rider to Disqualification and other sanctions and if in the case of a team effort, the complete team may be penalised.

CONTROL OF THE PWC DURING PRACTICE AND RACE

 It is forbidden to ride a PWC in a direction opposite to which the event is being run.

A rider who has spun out is permitted to turn the PWC around and to continue provided such action is taken only when the course is clear and must give the right of way to other riders on the course. Riders running in the wrong direction will be disqualified.

OBSTRUCTION

 If for any reason, a rider is forced to stop on or near the course during a heat, it is the rider’s first duty to remove the PWC from the course so not to endanger or obstruct other riders.

OVERTAKING

A rider must be prepared for another PWC to overtake and must always be aware of other PWC’s approaching from behind. The overtaking rider must consider the safest route to pass and must do so without forcing the other rider to suddenly alter the course.

ACCIDENTS

 No rider or representative thereof shall hold any other rider or representative liable for any personal injuries or damage resulting from an accident or racing occurring in a sanctioned race.

INJURED RIDERS / DAMAGED PWC

An injured or otherwise incapacitated rider shall be prohibited from racing unless, in the Race Director’s judgement following an examination by qualified medical personnel, the rider is determined not to be a danger to himself or any other competitor. It is up to the decision of the Race Committee under the advice of the Scrutineer tech team to deem a damaged PWC (re-scrutineered) as safe to continue Competition. The Race Committee’s decision is final.

Race Directors report

The Race Director shall report all accidents requiring medical attention, Race Officials will assist local authorities in completing their reports where necessary. Reports will also be sent to the AJBSA as well for their records as well.

Outside Assistance

The Rider that has fallen and has been brought back on his PWC can continue the race. If a Rider Gets Towed back to the pits, he/she will not be allowed to re-enter the moto. The rider that has some mechanical issues can go back on shore to get assistance under the control of the Jettin Vic Scrutineer tech and resume his moto.

Finished Moto 

Once the riders have finished their moto (completed all laps and passed checkered flag) they are to ride around the most outer edge of the track with a reduced speed. No high speed manoeuvers, no stopping at all, no overtaking or race like behaviour, only to navigate around in a safe like manner. They will complete this route only once (1 lap format) until the last of the riders have passed the checkered flag and then they will approach the pit area safely and slowly once directed by the water marshal’s.

Communication plan.

FLAG RULES

The following flag rules apply generally to all forms of IJSBA/AJSBA competition, including closed course, drag and endurance racing, slalom and freestyle competition and other special events.

Green Flag:

Signifies the start of the race or the course is clear and the race is in progress.

Yellow Flag:

Warns of hazard on the course. After the yellow flag is displayed, riders should continue with caution and be aware of hazards; however, they are allowed to continue racing in a responsible manner. Competitors may be penalized if they continue to race in an improper manner.

Red Flag:

Signifies the event will stop immediately regardless of position of machines on the course. The red flag will be used if, in the opinion of the Race Director, the race course has become hazardous. Riders must return to the starting line using extreme caution.

Black Flag:

Signifies the rider must leave the course immediately and report to the Race Director. This does not necessarily mean an additional penalty will be given; however, failure to obey the black flag may result in additional penalties.

Blue Flag w/Diagonal Yellow Stripe:

Signals that one rider is being overtaken and lapped by another. Competitor(s) must make way for the overtaking rider(s) to pass safely. Riders not yielding may be penalized.

Crossed Checkered and White Flags:

Signifies the halfway point of the race has been reached. For events with an odd number of scheduled laps, the halfway point will be rounded up (e.g., in a 15-lap race, the halfway point is decided when the lead rider passes the finish line after 8 laps have been completed).

White Flag:

Signifies that riders have started the last lap

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Chequered Flag:

Signifies the completion of the race or event. As a rider passes the checkered flag, he/she has completed the last lap of the race. Riders must return to the pit area in a cautious and responsible manner. Racers may first be required to report to post-race technical inspection.

All flags are located on the most visible point from the water’s edge, this will be decided on the day as where will be the most practical location. (Marshals to have on board pwc red and yellow flags).

Race committee and lap scorers with the race director’s supervision will control the flags. All flags will be explained at riders briefing as all riding rules and regulations.

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• AJSBA & NZJSBA Infringement Penalty System
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